There is a certain stigma around introversion. Many people believe that it is some sort of hindrance to our everyday social and professional lives. Instead, it is an awesome blessing to be an introvert! Here are just a few of the strengths we use in our everyday lives.
1. We are very reflective.
I mean, what else are we going to do in our spare time? Introverts are naturally reflective as well as observant, meaning we notice small nuances or changes in emotion, especially during conversation. This can sometimes be overwhelming, as we naturally may think that these nuances are our fault, but it also helps us to understand others.
2. We are pretty creative.
Creativity can be defined many different ways. For introverts who have more artistic minds, creativity means the ability to see the world in a totally different way and put that view into words, art, or music. Conversely, for introverts with math- and science-centric minds, their unique sense of creativity leads to better problem solving and organization skills. Either way, this is a great strength!
3. We are naturally intuitive when it comes to communication.
Communication is pretty much our strong spot. We tend to understand how people best communicate with others and how we can appeal to that specific source. This is super beneficial not only in personal relationships, but in professional and school-related relationships as well!
4. We are self-motivated.
Rather than getting our motivation from social settings, introverts crave the feeling of total immersion in their work. This means that, while external stimuli can sometimes help, it is not necessarily required for us to do our best work. This means that we need very little management, as working at our own pace and in our own way is how we are able to do our best work. (We do all the work for you!)
5. We are (usually) very well prepared.
Y'know, that whole "overthinking" thing really does come in handy sometimes! Because we are able to see every possible outcome and often require exhaustive practice in certain situations, we are also able to prepare for those outcomes. This makes us well prepared in many situations, including job interviews and professional settings.
6. We are super loyal friends.
We are an instinctively careful people. We tend to think things through (maybe sometimes a little toomuch) and take into account all possible consequences of our actions. So, then, introverts are also extremely careful with who they let close to them. In other words, it's a big deal when they choose you as a friend. This also means their connection to you runs deep, so they will be sure to show loyalty to their friends!
7. We are independent.
Whether it be work, school, or social situations, introverts are fairly independent. While we can work in a group if needed, we thrive off of doing our own work in our own time. We don't mind being alone for a little while – often times it helps us to recharge our batteries and come back with a clear head and a rejuvenated sense of motivation.
8. We are great at prioritizing and managing our time.
Introverts are great at prioritizing multiple things and making sure each gets ample time. Between friends and family, work, school, and schedules, we are sure to not let anything fall through the cracks. While it may seem overwhelming at times, we are able to sort it out eventually! Even so, we are pretty realistic about what we can and cannot handle in our day-to-day lives, making us the ultimate schedule-setters.
